Archives for January 8, 2014

New me = New recipe!

Since we’re trying to make better food choices and eat more vegetables, I have been continuously looking for fun, yummy recipes.

I’ve always wanted to make stuffed peppers, but most of the recipes call for cheese that gets mixed into the stuffing. Craig is not a fan of cheese (it’s a texture thing) so I’ve avoided making them. And then I found this one! (The cheese is only sprinkled on top, as an option)

This was a step out of my comfort zone as I have never really liked eggplant or zucchini. In order for me to be healthy, I need to eat a variety of food, and that includes trying new things.

It was very easy to make too!

Everyone really enjoyed it!! Next time I’m going to add a bit more tomato sauce, use cherry tomatoes and maybe add some avocado. Craig also suggested substituting the quinoa for brown rice.

Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

2014-01-08 18:03:07

Serves 6

This vegetarian dish is so filling, and I love it because its incredibly versatile. You can add whatever spices and vegetables you like!

Mix quinoa and water together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until fragrant and slightly translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add zucchini, eggplant, and tomato; cook until slightly tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir tomato sauce into vegetable mixture; cover and simmer until vegetables have softened, about 10 more minutes.

Bake in the preheated oven until bell peppers are slightly tender, about 18 minutes. Remove aluminum foil cover; sprinkle peppers with mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is bubbling and melted, about 5 more minutes.

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